COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Tudor lodge boarding Kennels and Cattery is a family run business providing day care and boarding for your dog or cat.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Do you love working with animals?
We have an exciting job opportunity at our busy and friendly Kennels & Cattery in Wickford, Essex. Tudor Lodge Kennels is a family run business operating for more than 15 years. We are looking for a candidate that is committed and passionate about caring for and working with all breads of cats and dogs.
Hours: 8.00am to 3.00pm Saturday and Sunday. We are looking for a person to complement existing staff members and ensure the kennels are covered 7 days a week between the team. Additional hours/days available during busy times including summer. The successful candidate must be over 18 due to insurance purposes as they would be leading the shift.

An average day at the Kennels & Cattery involves:
Managing the opening/closing of the kennels and cattery
Cleaning out the kennels and cattery and general areas
Ensuring that all pets are fed the appropriate diets and water is available at all times.
Keeping the animals clean at all times
Administering medication in accordance with protocols
Exercising the dogs
Bathing the dogs where necessary
Greeting clients, checking paperwork and leading new client viewings
Undertaking office administration paperwork
Supporting the owner in ensuring procedure and protocols are adhered to throughout the kennels
Managing the Kennels and Cattery in the absence of the owner
Covering staff days off
Other miscellaneous duties as required